I’m Cal McNair, Chair and CEO of the Texans. Ask Me Anything!
August 24, 2023
Back for another one! Cal McNair here, Chair, CEO and Grill Master for the Texans. I’ll be answering questions around 6 p.m. so ask me anything! Go Texans!
Hi Gottidevon for the Wisconsin Texans fan Division, What do you believe the greatest play in Texans franchise history would be? 2nd Question would be If you could chose any specific colors for the Texans what would they be?
Update on how the uniform change process is coming along?
What’s the color scheme for the uniform redesign?
Hi Cal. Being the grill master that you are, I have one question: Is a Hotdog a Sandwich? I await your response.
Was Hannah’s increased role an intentional change on her part or a natural change based on the need to improve the team’s overall image with the fanbase? Either way, I think it’s been great to see your strong partnership serve as a catalyst to all of the positive momentum around the team recently.
Cal if the Texans win the super bowel I will literally go into my bosses office covered in HEB ranch dip and quit while dancing on his desk and throwing ruffles chips around like Oprah giving out gifts…can you make that happen?
how do you feel about the sports media always dogging on the team.
Nice! This was posted in time for me to ask:
I’d like to preface this by saying between the last two drafts and free agency this year I, as a fan, am beyond excited. I think the Denzel Perryman signing could be the best move of any team this offseason.
Between those impactful signings and the trade to get both a franchise QB and Edge rusher in the draft what brand and model of wheelbarrow are you and Nick Caserio using to carry your balls around (A La Randy Marsh)?
As noted in the post – Cal will be back around **6PM CENTRAL** to answer questions – so don’t worry if yours doesn’t get answered immediately!
Any more information about the new Jerseys you can tell us?
Will the new uniforms be released before the 2024 draft?
Will there be renovations coming to NRG stadium in the near future? If so, what aspect of the renovation are you most excited about?
When was the decision made to trade up to get CJ and Will Anderson Jr? Who’s idea was that first? What was that conversation like with Nick and Demeco?
Are you a salt and pepper only on your burger guy? Or you a got a secret spice mix you using?
Does a certain team in the NFL not allow the Texans to have a Columbia Blue alternate?
Have there been any moments you’ve shared with CJ or Will that have really stood out to you since they were drafted?
Also, how excited are you for the JJ Watt Ring of Honor induction ceremony and does the team plan on rolling out his jersey in the new uniforms after they launch next year?
Edit: To clarify on the JJ jersey question, I mean for sale to fans. Would love to get his jersey in the new colors alongside my Battle Red one I currently have.
How do you feel about the Titans wearing the oilers uniforms?
What are some positive developments you have observed between Caserio and Coach that is different from previous years?
If you don’t smoke the Q yourself, who you buying it from?
Any NRG stadium renovations coming?? Like some new/bigger video boards?!?
Hey Cal, I remember reading somewhere that the Texans didn’t have any plans to retire jersey numbers. If that’s true, can you elaborate on the decision? It seems like some franchises do and others don’t, so I’m curious what your thought process on that is.
Hey Cal! Huge texans fan from Canada. I was wondering, have you ever tried poutine? Go Texans!
Cal, what was the greatest lesson your dad ever taught you and how has it helped you running the Texans?
Cal, thank you SO much for returning back for a second AMA! The 1st was amazing and I’m looking forward to seeing even more insight.
For my question:
I heard John McClain mention that you always felt your dad was the more social one and that you enjoyed being behind the scenes. Do you feel like being more intentional about being out amongst fans the last 2 years has changed that about you, or is it still something you have to balance to not get completely drained?
Hi Cal thanks for taking the time to do this. Most of the fan base seems overall pleased with the current direction of the franchise, but know we are still a long ways off from a contender. I’m wondering in your opinion for this upcoming season, what would you consider a successful season for the Texans?
Who “besides you” has the best BBQ in the H? Dale’s D-Licous doesn’t count!
Hey Cal! How would you describe the energy shift in training camp this year vs previous years. Hard Knox highlighted the difference someone like Aaron Rodgers can make to a program and I’m curious your perspective on if there’s been a similar vibe shift after the additions of Meco, Stroud, Will Anderson, etc.
Also; which Texan (player or staff) has the best jokes?
Cal, thanks for doing AMA’s for us Texans fans.
Other than uniform changes, are there any other changes that fans have to look forward to(such as game day experiences, etc.)?
It has certainly been a rough few years as a Texan fan… although things are certainly looking up with the infusion of talent and bringing DeMeco back as HC.
Also, what is your realistic expectation as far as a timeline on when this team can become a real contender again?
Thanks!
Hey Cal! I’m just curious who was your favorite Texans player to watch play over the years? PS Thanks for hiring DeMeco. I am really excited about him as our head coach going forward
Are the Texans ever getting their own Karbach beer? We have Crawford Bock (Astros) and Clutch City Lager (Rockets). Would love to see a Karbach and Texans collaboration.
Favorite restaurants in houston?
cal are you at all aware of how this picture has impacted our fan base?
Hannah turning her back to Deshaun Watson was one of the all time greatest moments in the history of this franchise and restored my faith when I thought all was lost. Please tell me this was not an accident.
Hi Cal! Any chance we see numbers retired? Like 80 or 99?
Cal, please don’t use the T as the new logo. It’s too much like the Titans crappy logo, and way uglier than our current
I live out of state, can I buy the new H town merch online?
Can we try and get the roof opened for a few games this coming season? I understand the heat is a huge factor. But we as fans haven’t seen that roof opened in years. I know plenty of people that enjoy seeing the roof open on fall days in Houston
Can you do anything about Texans games being blacked out in Dallas (or never showing in Dallas)? Sometimes it’s not even the Cowboys playing at the same time, they literally just don’t show the game and put on infomercials!
Was the trade-up for Will Anderson actually a trade-up for CJ Stroud? In other words, did we take CJ first to lower the Cardinals’ asking price for the 3rd pick since it would be for a DE instead of a QB?
Ok I see a lot of questions about an update on the new uniforms. Here is what I can tell you: fan input drove the process as we surveyed over 10k fans and held over 50 focus groups with Legends, Current Players, Houston celebrities, all kinds of fans and more. We feel really good about where we’re headed with it. Over our four new designs, we feel like we landed on something for everyone. We can’t wait to debut them in 2024. Can y’all let Parker McCollum know that’s the date we have been planning to release them for me?
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tacos or burgers
Hi Gottidevon for the Wisconsin Texans fan Division, What do you believe the greatest play in Texans franchise history would be? 2nd Question would be If you could chose any specific colors for the Texans what would they be?
Update on how the uniform change process is coming along?
What’s the color scheme for the uniform redesign?
Hi Cal. Being the grill master that you are, I have one question: Is a Hotdog a Sandwich? I await your response.
Was Hannah’s increased role an intentional change on her part or a natural change based on the need to improve the team’s overall image with the fanbase? Either way, I think it’s been great to see your strong partnership serve as a catalyst to all of the positive momentum around the team recently.
Cal if the Texans win the super bowel I will literally go into my bosses office covered in HEB ranch dip and quit while dancing on his desk and throwing ruffles chips around like Oprah giving out gifts…can you make that happen?
how do you feel about the sports media always dogging on the team.
Nice! This was posted in time for me to ask:
I’d like to preface this by saying between the last two drafts and free agency this year I, as a fan, am beyond excited. I think the Denzel Perryman signing could be the best move of any team this offseason.
Between those impactful signings and the trade to get both a franchise QB and Edge rusher in the draft what brand and model of wheelbarrow are you and Nick Caserio using to carry your balls around (A La Randy Marsh)?
As noted in the post – Cal will be back around **6PM CENTRAL** to answer questions – so don’t worry if yours doesn’t get answered immediately!
* [Also, for anyone that missed the first AMA, you can find it here and see his previous answered questions.](https://www.reddit.com/r/Texans/comments/x8i9gx/im_cal_mcnair_chair_and_ceo_of_the_texans_ask_me/)
Any more information about the new Jerseys you can tell us?
Will the new uniforms be released before the 2024 draft?
Will there be renovations coming to NRG stadium in the near future? If so, what aspect of the renovation are you most excited about?
When was the decision made to trade up to get CJ and Will Anderson Jr? Who’s idea was that first? What was that conversation like with Nick and Demeco?
Are you a salt and pepper only on your burger guy? Or you a got a secret spice mix you using?
Does a certain team in the NFL not allow the Texans to have a Columbia Blue alternate?
Have there been any moments you’ve shared with CJ or Will that have really stood out to you since they were drafted?
Also, how excited are you for the JJ Watt Ring of Honor induction ceremony and does the team plan on rolling out his jersey in the new uniforms after they launch next year?
Edit: To clarify on the JJ jersey question, I mean for sale to fans. Would love to get his jersey in the new colors alongside my Battle Red one I currently have.
How do you feel about the Titans wearing the oilers uniforms?
What are some positive developments you have observed between Caserio and Coach that is different from previous years?
If you don’t smoke the Q yourself, who you buying it from?
Any NRG stadium renovations coming?? Like some new/bigger video boards?!?
Hey Cal, I remember reading somewhere that the Texans didn’t have any plans to retire jersey numbers. If that’s true, can you elaborate on the decision? It seems like some franchises do and others don’t, so I’m curious what your thought process on that is.
Hey Cal! Huge texans fan from Canada. I was wondering, have you ever tried poutine?
Go Texans!
Cal, what was the greatest lesson your dad ever taught you and how has it helped you running the Texans?
Cal, thank you SO much for returning back for a second AMA! The 1st was amazing and I’m looking forward to seeing even more insight.
For my question:
I heard John McClain mention that you always felt your dad was the more social one and that you enjoyed being behind the scenes. Do you feel like being more intentional about being out amongst fans the last 2 years has changed that about you, or is it still something you have to balance to not get completely drained?
https://preview.redd.it/s8n9k9krn4kb1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a311f6045aed7398b71d3f28ee488ad47c07b2b8
When are we going to get to see the new uniforms?
Hi Cal thanks for taking the time to do this. Most of the fan base seems overall pleased with the current direction of the franchise, but know we are still a long ways off from a contender. I’m wondering in your opinion for this upcoming season, what would you consider a successful season for the Texans?
Who “besides you” has the best BBQ in the H? Dale’s D-Licous doesn’t count!
Hey Cal! How would you describe the energy shift in training camp this year vs previous years. Hard Knox highlighted the difference someone like Aaron Rodgers can make to a program and I’m curious your perspective on if there’s been a similar vibe shift after the additions of Meco, Stroud, Will Anderson, etc.
Also; which Texan (player or staff) has the best jokes?
Cal, thanks for doing AMA’s for us Texans fans.
Other than uniform changes, are there any other changes that fans have to look forward to(such as game day experiences, etc.)?
It has certainly been a rough few years as a Texan fan… although things are certainly looking up with the infusion of talent and bringing DeMeco back as HC.
Also, what is your realistic expectation as far as a timeline on when this team can become a real contender again?
Thanks!
Hey Cal!
I’m just curious who was your favorite Texans player to watch play over the years?
PS
Thanks for hiring DeMeco. I am really excited about him as our head coach going forward
Are the Texans ever getting their own Karbach beer? We have Crawford Bock (Astros) and Clutch City Lager (Rockets). Would love to see a Karbach and Texans collaboration.
Favorite restaurants in houston?
cal are you at all aware of how this picture has impacted our fan base?
https://preview.redd.it/0yjbpfe3q4kb1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=efdae8e9c3cab5eb4b2f97259d1dd32b3686e4f1
Hannah turning her back to Deshaun Watson was one of the all time greatest moments in the history of this franchise and restored my faith when I thought all was lost. Please tell me this was not an accident.
Hi Cal! Any chance we see numbers retired? Like 80 or 99?
Cal, please don’t use the T as the new logo. It’s too much like the Titans crappy logo, and way uglier than our current
I live out of state, can I buy the new H town merch online?
Can we try and get the roof opened for a few games this coming season? I understand the heat is a huge factor. But we as fans haven’t seen that roof opened in years. I know plenty of people that enjoy seeing the roof open on fall days in Houston
Can you do anything about Texans games being blacked out in Dallas (or never showing in Dallas)? Sometimes it’s not even the Cowboys playing at the same time, they literally just don’t show the game and put on infomercials!
Was the trade-up for Will Anderson actually a trade-up for CJ Stroud? In other words, did we take CJ first to lower the Cardinals’ asking price for the 3rd pick since it would be for a DE instead of a QB?
Ok I see a lot of questions about an update on the new uniforms. Here is what I can tell you: fan input drove the process as we surveyed over 10k fans and held over 50 focus groups with Legends, Current Players, Houston celebrities, all kinds of fans and more. We feel really good about where we’re headed with it. Over our four new designs, we feel like we landed on something for everyone. We can’t wait to debut them in 2024. Can y’all let Parker McCollum know that’s the date we have been planning to release them for me?